August weather forecastDos Bocas, Cuba

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Dos Bocas, Cuba, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.8°C (89.2°F) and 23.1°C (73.6°F).

Temperature

During July and August, Dos Bocas experiences its highest average temperatures, peaking at 31.8°C (89.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index for August is evaluated at an extremely hot 43°C (109.4°F). Beware: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are on the cards. Heatstroke could result from sustained physical activity.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Dos Bocas, in August, it is raining for 24.1 days, with typically 107mm (4.21") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Dos Bocas, there are 242.5 rainfall days, and 898mm (35.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Dos Bocas is 12h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:40. On the last day of August, in Dos Bocas, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 19:19 CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Dos Bocas is 11.3h.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in August leads to these guidelines:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.

Updated: Jan 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Dos Bocas witnesses its peak temperatures during July and August, when the average high-temperature reaches 31.8°C (89.2°F).

The high-temperature, in August, in Dos Bocas, records 31.8°C (89.2°F), while the low-temperature is 23.1°C (73.6°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 43°C (109.4°F).

In Dos Bocas, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

In Dos Bocas, in August, it is raining for 24.1 days, with typically 107mm (4.21") of accumulated precipitation.

In August, the average day length is 12h and 47min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 19:19 CDT.

In Dos Bocas, the average sunshine duration in August is 11.3h.

The months with the highest UV index in Dos Bocas, Cuba, are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Dos Bocas, Cuba, is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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August

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Average high temperature

31.8°C

31.2°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

6.7km/h

6.9km/h

5.7km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

4.8

4.6

2.4

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Dos Bocas, Cuba

Average high temperature in August: 31.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.8°C).

Average low temperature in August: 23.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (23.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (19.3°C).

Average pressure in August
Dos Bocas, Cuba

Average pressure in August: 1014.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.1mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Dos Bocas, Cuba

Average wind speed in August: 6.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.4km/h).

Average humidity in August
Dos Bocas, Cuba

Average humidity in August: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and November (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (76%).

Average rainfall in August
Dos Bocas, Cuba

Average rainfall in August: 107mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (133mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (20mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Dos Bocas, Cuba

Average rainfall days in August: 24.1 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are September and October (26.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.3 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Dos Bocas, Cuba

Average daylight in August: 12h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

Average sunshine in August: 11h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Dos Bocas, Cuba

Average sunshine days in August: 4.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (2.4 days).

Average UV index in August
Dos Bocas, Cuba

Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 6).